Something (rather than nothing)
Ken VolanteWhy is there something rather than nothing? This podcast is a philosophical and psychological exploration into the act of creation (poets, musicians, writers, painters, thinkers, all of us) by: Ken Volante
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 317 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Visual ArtsArtsBooks | |||
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- Cool Art Variety Show!
I like Kens way of thinking and coming up with interesting ways to interview and story tell with all different kinds of people. When he interviews his guests, he finds ways to bring out information you wouldn’t expect and demonstrate who these artists really are.
Cool guy, cool show! Check it out!
Apple Podcasts5Rice Hole
United States2 years ago - A must-listen
Ken hosts the show with wit, humor, and kindness. He is clearly so passionate about the arts, his guests, and the community he builds with listeners and contributors alike. He is well spoken, engaging, and brings a variety of voices to the forefront. He asks insightful questions, and leads with curiosity. This is by far one of my favorite shows, and really is a must listen if you like art, conversation, and/or really cool people.
Apple Podcasts5Em GaddisUnited States3 years ago - Exemplar ART/Philosophy/Healing/Activism/Thinking podcast
…by creative host, Ken Volante. SRTN dives deep with each conversation- K.V. brings thought-provoking questions to a variety of creators and thinkers from all over the planet, and in turn allows for both a safe space and a platform by which guests can follow the path they choose for the episode to take. SRTN clearly has a plethora of interests and curiosities which lead to a delicious variety of voices being heard—- from poets to burlesque dancers, painters to metal bands, opera singers to bodyw... more
Apple Podcasts5jennyjo8675309United States3 years ago - A podcast that makes you reflect!
Such a great podcast! Ken does a great job probing his guests with well thought out questions. I love the variety of interviewees he’s had from all sorts of backgrounds. So much talent and creativity! It’s great to listen to on a rainy day when you’re beaten down with the mundane of every day life! I especially like that Ken subtly changes his approach depending on who he is interviewing in order to make them feel at ease and get the most out of them. Would highly recommend!
Apple Podcasts5Effiemcd1981
United Kingdom3 years ago - Great interviewer, Great guests!
Ken does such a great job with thoughtful questions and follow up conversation. He curates his guests to have a nice variety of creatives who practice different disciplines and come at them from different angles. This is a thoughtful, informative, entertaining podcast!
Apple Podcasts5missyObeanUnited States5 years ago
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A multidisciplinary arts and ideas show that blends philosophy, creativity, and personal storytelling. Conversations span poetry, music, theatre, visual art, and literary critique, frequently exploring how art mediates meaning, memory, and community. Notable throughlines include reverence for Indigenous voices, DIY and indie art economies, and the human quest behind making and collaboration. The host asks thoughtful, curiosity-driven questions that invite guests to reveal processes, motivations, and the sociocultural contexts shaping their work. A standout feature is the willingness to cover a remarkably wide spectrum—from doom metal yoga to Gothic literature—while maintaining a cohesive thread around creation, art, and healing.
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1. Bobby Read
2. Naoki Sato
3. April Fox
4. Lee Upton
5. Caledonia Curry
6. Darrin Doyle
7. Sarah Ingram
8. Ira (curb killer)
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